Ultimate Collection

Legendary progressive rock giants Emerson, Lake and Palmer were formed in 1970 and are regarded as one of the most commercially successful rock bands of the 1970s, ELP’s first 7 albums reached U.K. Top 10 and U.S. Top 20. 

ELP are torchbearers of the progressive rock sound and jointly created the supergroup concept, they are among the most important bands in the history of rock music, helping to broaden the genre audience into tens of millions. 

This 2LP gatefold Ultimate Collection is the perfect release for new fans who want an overview of who ELP were and what they stood for and existing fans who are looking for a non-stop ride of their immense musical capabilities. Pressed on Crystal Clear vinyl, this release perfectly ties together all of ELPs balads, rock anthems and prog madness. This release has been mastered at half-speed for superior audio quality by Barry Grint at AIR Studios and is a must have for old and new fansalike. 

3CD - Spanning the full arc of one of progressive rock’s most ambitious and influential bands, The Ultimate Collection is the definitive 3-CD anthology of Emerson, Lake and Palmer’s groundbreaking career. Curated to showcase the trio’s unmatched virtuosity and bold fusion of rock, classical, and jazz influences, this expansive set brings together their most iconic recordings alongside deeper cuts that highlight their musical range. From the explosive power of “Knife-Edge” and the timeless acoustic beauty of “Lucky Man” to the epic suite “Tarkus” and the futuristic spectacle of “Karn Evil 9,” the collection captures ELP at their most innovative and theatrical. Landmark adaptations like “Pictures at an Exhibition” and “Fanfare for the Common Man” demonstrate the band’s pioneering approach to reimagining classical works for the rock era, while later tracks such as “Black Moon” and “Hand of Truth” reflect their continued evolution.